I knew that he studied law in your Honored Father's office, and was betrothed to your eldest sister.
Your first inquiry is "as to his looks." He was above medium height, well proportioned and straight as an arrow, brown hair and clear blue eyes, with fair complexion and handsome features.

"His scholarship and talents," both of the highest order.

The class regarded him as the first and best scholar, dignified and refined in manners, courteous and amiable in spirit.

He had great influence in his own class, and was much esteemed and beloved by all.

I think the impression he made upon all who knew him was that of a classical scholar and a perfect gentleman.
Dr.Channing said when he died that all New England mourned his loss.
Although Charles was seven years the younger, his brother Waldo speaks of him as his own master and teacher.